Hospice RN Administrator I

About the role

We are seeking a RN Hospice Administrator to lead a hospice program with growth potential. The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with at least three to five years of healthcare management experience, preferably in hospice or home care. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on leadership for a hospice program with growth opportunity, accountable for clinical quality, operational performance, and sustainable census expansion.
• Demonstrates a commitment to excellence through focusing on quality care and/or service.
• Uses statistical and qualitative information to manage quality.
• Manages Human Resources effectively.
• Ensures policies and procedures are followed.
• Manages Office Operations effectively.
• Processes emergency calls and requests for assistance.
• Monitors and supervises quality of patients' care of assigned location(s).
• Processes monthly bills, supply costs, expense requests, mileage reimbursement, payroll and other expenses.
• Assists with problem solving for patients in all settings.
• Investigates and completes detailed reports of any incidents/accidents, grievances, complaints, medication errors and other problems within the time frames established by policy, and implements corrective and/or preventive action immediately.
• Works with physicians, patients, families, staff and others regarding problems, needs and concerns.
• Manages Financial Resources prudently and effectively.

Requirements

• Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employment, if applicable.
• CPR Certification.
• Current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with minimum of Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing preferred.
• Minimum one year management/supervisory experience required.
• Two or more years’ experience in hospice/home care required.
• Strong understanding of hospice regulations, compliance, and Medicare conditions of participation.
• Proven ability to manage teams, budgets, and interdisciplinary operations.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care for patients and families.